The Tasting Room at CMB

Name: The Tasting Room at CMB
Address: 2853 N Kedzie Ave, Chicago, IL, United States, 60618-7601
Telephone: (773) 654-3376
Price range: $30 and under
Rating: 5

5.0

12 Reviews

$30 and under

Breakfast

2853 N Kedzie Ave, Chicago, IL 60618-7601

Make a reservation

2 people

Apr 25, 2025

7:00 PM

About this restaurant

Great for brunch
Charming
Neighborhood gem

We are very excited to announce that CMB Catering is opening up The Tasting Room at CMB for weekend brunch starting on February 16th, 2025, and we are now accepting reservations! Chef Mychael Bonner has brought his menu vision to light with many classic brunch dishes in addition to specialty Afro-Caribbean highlights. Please expect more cocktail and beer additions to the menu prior to opening, so stay tuned. We cannot wait to host you!

At CMB, we pride ourselves on offering a range of comprehensive services, whether a weekend brunch at our location in Logan Square or a catered event. Our dedicated team is committed to providing exceptional experiences for you and your guests.

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Breakfast, African, Caribbean
Hours of operation
Sat, Sun 10:30 am–2:30 pm
Phone number
(773) 654-3376
Website
https://www.cmbcater.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Business Casual
Executive chef
Mychael Bonner

Location
2853 N Kedzie Ave, Chicago, IL 60618-7601
Neighborhood
Logan Square
Cross street
Just half a block north of the intersection of Diversey Ave & Kedzie Av
Parking details
Street Parking
Public transit
-Logan Square Blue Line (1 block south of CMB)-Diversey & Kedzie Bus Station (1/2 block south of CMB)
Additional
Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wine

Buttermilk Biscuits$3.90
mixed berry jam & chili butter
Honey Buttered Cinnamon Roll$5.90
cream cheese frosting
Date-Glazed Sweet Potatoes$5.90
avocado & chimichurri
Black-Eyed Pea Fritters (Akara)$6.90
tomato-pepper relish & herb ranch
Curried Goat Hand Pie$5.90
pineapple pepper sauce
Superfood Salad$13.90
faro, sweet potato, 9-minute egg, baby greens, & ginger-turmeric vinaigrette
Smokehouse Caesar Salad$15.90
Norwegian salmon, crispy potatoes, gem lettuce, herbs, & pecorino romano

Classic Entrees

Classic Chicken + Waffles$15.90
gravy & maple syrup
Chef O’s Beef Hash$24.90
braised short rib, fried egg, crispy potatoes, & cheddar
Fried Green Tomato Benedict$16.90
applewood smoked bacon, spiced hollandaise, & avocado
Shrimp & Grits$21.90
Gulf shrimp, andouille, & local cheddar

Fork + Knife

Crispy Chicken & Biscuit$12.90
gravy & farm egg
Open-Faced Ham & Egg Croissant$13.90
black forest ham, gruyere, tomato, & mustard mayo
Sunrise Prime Beef Burger$14.90
applewood smoked bacon, American cheese, tomato, & fried egg

Specialty Entrees

Harissa-Braised King Trumpet Mushrooms with Fufu$14.90
spicy tomato sauce, poached eggs
Coconut Rice Pancakes (Vitumbua)$13.90
petite orb-shaped pancakes, maple syrup, & berries
Breakfast Jollof$13.90
spiced West African rice, Spam, & fried egg

Sides

Jollof Rice$4.90
Plantain Chips$3.90
avocado mousse
Cheesy Grits$3.90
aged cheddar
Turkey Sausage$4.90
Bacon$4.90
Crispy Potatoes$3.90
Seasonal Berries$5.90

Beverages

Fresh Drip Coffee$3.90
Hexe roastery
Iced Black Tea$3.90
Hot Tea$3.90
assorted flavors
Fresh Juice$5.90
Valencia orange
Lemonade$3.90
fresh squeezed
Sodas$3.25
coke, diet coke, sprite, ginger ale, sparkling water
Elderflower Lemon Fizz$12.90
Elderflower, lemon, sparkling water
Brunch Punch$15.90
rum, citrus, pineapple, cranberry
Espresso Martini$15.90
vodka, coffee liqueur, espresso
Shades of Jade$15.90
gin, matcha, mint, lime, cucumber
Piña Pepper Breeze$15.90
tequila, pineapple, jalapeño, lime, orange-infusion
Mimosa$11.90
cava, orange juice
House Wines$12.90
Colosi Red Blend or Lagaria Pinot Grigio

What 12 people are saying

The Tasting Room at CMB reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

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5.0

5 based on recent ratings

5Food
5Service
5Ambience
4.9Value

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Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

The Tasting Room at CMB offers an "amazing experience" with "delicious comfort food" and a "detail oriented menu." Chef Mychael Bonner delights with "taste explosion" dishes, while the ambiance and attentive service create a welcoming atmosphere. A must-visit for brunch or special occasions, it's praised for "fantastic food" and "impeccable service."

12 Reviews

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Pharris
Chicago1 review
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
I love it..... Its the perfect date and relaxation moments you can have with anyone. Its a personal ambiance and the chef is welcoming.
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Yari
Chicago20 reviews
5.0
Dined on April 13, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
I went with my parents to try their brunch after seeing a review on WGN. The inside is tastefully decorated. The service was very good and personal. I ordered the spicy rice with fried egg and it was very good. My parents had the coconut rice with fruit and eggs benedict. Everything was delicious. The cinnamon rolls were the icing on the cake. The chef came out and greeted us.
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Rhea
Chicago4 reviews
5.0
Dined on April 13, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
This was our second time at The Tasting Room at CMB. All of the food we have tried is flavorful and well executed. Service is attentive and friendly.
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cheryl
Chicago6 reviews
5.0
Dined on April 13, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Amazing experience. Chef Bonner doesn’t disappoint. Everything we ate or drank was a taste explosion.
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Denise
Chicago1 review
5.0
Dined on April 6, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Nakita was delightful and the food was outstanding. Chef Mychael was gracious as he asked for our feedback!!! Can't wait to bring more people to brunch! If CMB is catering for you, you are in for a treat!!!!
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Alexis
Los Angeles1 review
5.0
Dined on March 30, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Delicious comfort food perfect for brunch! The atmosphere was lovely and the staff was so courteous!
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Camille
Chicago3 reviews
5.0
Dined on March 16, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Fantastic food and staff! I highly recommend for a chill time with delicious dishes.
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Sam
Chicago2 reviews
5.0
Dined on March 9, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Fantastic food and the best chicken and waffles I’ve ever had! Definitely coming back soon!
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Rhea
Chicago4 reviews
5.0
Dined on March 9, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Everything at CMB was wonderful. The dining room is beautiful and the service was attentive and the food was flavorful. I will definitely return.
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Jean
Chicago1 review
5.0
Dined on March 2, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
What can I say, except that Chef Mychael never disappoints!! The food was absolutely amazing! The ambiance exceeded my expectations and the service was impeccable! I will definitely be back and highly recommend CMB Catering for Brunch and catering services. Thank you all for such a wonderful experience.
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FAQs

The Tasting Room at CMB is rated 5 stars by 12 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people

Apr 25, 2025

7:00 PM

2853 N Kedzie Ave, Chicago, IL 60618-7601

Additional information

Cross street
Just half a block north of the intersection of Diversey Ave & Kedzie Av
Neighborhood
Logan Square
Hours of operation
Sat, Sun 10:30 am–2:30 pm
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Breakfast, African, Caribbean
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Business Casual
Parking details
Street Parking
Public transit
-Logan Square Blue Line (1 block south of CMB)-Diversey & Kedzie Bus Station (1/2 block south of CMB)
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive chef
Mychael Bonner
Additional
Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wine

Website
https://www.cmbcater.com/
Phone number
(773) 654-3376

The Tasting Room at CMB

Make a reservation

About this restaurant

Additional information

Starters

Buttermilk Biscuits$3.90

Honey Buttered Cinnamon Roll$5.90

Date-Glazed Sweet Potatoes$5.90

Black-Eyed Pea Fritters (Akara)$6.90

Curried Goat Hand Pie$5.90

Superfood Salad$13.90

Smokehouse Caesar Salad$15.90

Classic Entrees

Classic Chicken + Waffles$15.90

Chef O’s Beef Hash$24.90

Fried Green Tomato Benedict$16.90

Shrimp & Grits$21.90

Fork + Knife

Crispy Chicken & Biscuit$12.90

Open-Faced Ham & Egg Croissant$13.90

Sunrise Prime Beef Burger$14.90

Specialty Entrees

Harissa-Braised King Trumpet Mushrooms with Fufu$14.90

Coconut Rice Pancakes (Vitumbua)$13.90

Breakfast Jollof$13.90

Sides

Jollof Rice$4.90

Plantain Chips$3.90

Cheesy Grits$3.90

Turkey Sausage$4.90

Bacon$4.90

Crispy Potatoes$3.90

Seasonal Berries$5.90

Beverages

Fresh Drip Coffee$3.90

Iced Black Tea$3.90

Hot Tea$3.90

Fresh Juice$5.90

Lemonade$3.90

Sodas$3.25

Elderflower Lemon Fizz$12.90

Brunch Punch$15.90

Espresso Martini$15.90

Shades of Jade$15.90

Piña Pepper Breeze$15.90

Mimosa$11.90

House Wines$12.90

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